Animal Ethics and Theology

The Lens of the Good Samaritan

By:

Daniel Miller

Format:

Hardback

Series:

Routledge Studies in Religion

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In this book, Daniel K. Miller articulates a new vision of human and animal relationships based on the foundational love ethic within Christianity. Framed around Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan, Animal Ethics and Theology thoughtfully examines the shortcomings of utilitarian and rights-based approaches to animal ethics. By considering the question of animals within the Christian concept of neighbourly love, Miller provides an alternative narrative for understanding the complex relationships that humans have with other animals. This book addresses significant theological questions such as: Does being created in the image of God present a meaningful distinction between humans and other animals? What does it mean for humans to have dominion (Gen. 1:28) over animals? Is meat eating a moral problem for Christians? In addition to drawing out the significance of Christian theology for field of animal ethics this book also engages environmental and feminist ethics. Miller brings a theological perspective to such questions as: Should care for animals be distinguished from care for the environment, and what role should human emotions play in our ethical dealings with other animals? As the title suggests, this book provides fresh insight into the theological significance of human relationships with other animals.

Author Biography:

Daniel K. Miller received a Master of Divinity from Duke University and PhD in Theology and Ethics from the University of Edinburgh. He is the author of articles and book chapters on theological, environmental, and animal ethics.

Release date Australia

November 15th, 2011

Author

Daniel Miller

Audiences

Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Illustrations

1 Halftones, black and white; 1 Illustrations, black and white

Pages

250

Series

Routledge Studies in Religion

Dimensions

152x229x20

ISBN-13

9780415808750

Product ID

18248795

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